What Is Android Location Mode?
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When you have location turned on for your phone, you can get info based on its location, like commute predictions, nearby restaurants, and better local search results. When an app is using your phone’s location via GPS, the top of your screen shows Location .

What location mode should I use?

You can choose your location mode based on accuracy, speed, and battery use.

  1. Open your phone’s Settings app.
  2. Tap Security & Location. Location. If you don’t see “Security & Location,” tap Location.
  3. Tap Mode. Then pick: High accuracy: Use GPS, Wi-Fi, mobile networks, and sensors to get the most accurate location.

What does location mean on my Android phone?

You can let apps use your phone’s location to take actions for you or give you information. For example, apps can use your phone’s location to display commute traffic or find nearby restaurants. Important: You’re using an older Android version.

Alexander Ross

Alexander Ross

Gaming, Esports & Interactive Media Writer

Alexander Ross has covered the video game industry for a decade, writing deep dives on game design, esports tournaments, VR developments, and gaming culture.

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